solopaddler Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 In case anyone doesn't know Spiel is an outstanding custom rod builder. He recently built 2 sticks for me and I wanted to share the results with you guys. Both are 7' 1 piece rods built on Rainshadow XST blanks. One is a baitcaster rated 12-25lb's, the other is a spinning rod rated 10-17lb's. They'll both be put to good use in June on the Attawapiskat. The blanks themselves are gorgeous. Batson calls the finish "titanium chrome". It's kind of satin gray blank, just beautiful. They're incredibly light as well. Right on par with Loomis GLX or the high end St. Croix's. Wraps on both are dark gray with metallic copper trim. My pictures don't really do justice to how nice they really look. Fuji SIC guides on both, simple but very functional handles...I couldn't be happier with the final product. Once again thanks Chris! (Sunday afternoon good to pick up the float rod I just dropped off? ) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fish_fishburn Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 Nice twigs Solopaddler. Those Rainshadow blanks are sweet from what I have heard. That is what I am going use on my first builds for myself. Probably not the RX8's though. IM6 blanks for my first few builds incase I mess them up. I'm curious to know how they work for you, can you keep us updated? Nice work Speil, really nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
backbay Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 Are you going to break those in Moon River opening weekend, Solo? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted April 13, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 Are you going to break those in Moon River opening weekend, Solo? With the super early ice out I'll be up at my camp 1st week of May. Most likely will use them then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
backbay Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 With the super early ice out I'll be up at my camp 1st week of May. Most likely will use them then. I'll bump into you in the Mass. another weekend, then. Beautiful sticks, enjoy! Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paully Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 some real nice work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fish-miester Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 looks awesome Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 Didn't think I'd ever hear Spiel and excellent work in the same sentence! Nah just kidding, I have seen some of his work, unreal on what this guy can do. If you got any mosquitoes from his place, be careful on swatting them, you just might get a hook in your hand too! You got some special talents Spiel, glad to see you using them wisely! Cheers, Ron... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulus Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 Careful of the backgrounds on those pics, dude. You might have a million guys in your livingro..uh..at the neighborhood Walmart trying to use your rods! All on your own, you could completely decimate their stock!!! Obviously just kidding. Those blanks look awesome. Almost as awesome as the workmanship on the final, useable product. p.- Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 I have 4 Spiel rods...best rods I own. Two muskie rods and two walleye rods. I should have another in June. Chris is a top notch dude to deal with too! If someone is not quite sure what they want, he'll walk them through it. So yes....Spiel is the man if you want something special. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fish_fishburn Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 Nice twigs Solo, I plan on using Rainshadow blanks for my first few builds. Not the RX8 blanks though. RX6 for me because there way cheaper incase I mess them up. Just curious how they work out for you. Can you give us an update on there action when you break them in? Nice work Speil, very nice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted April 13, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 Can you give us an update on there action when you break them in? For sure. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kinger Posted April 13, 2010 Report Share Posted April 13, 2010 Those are real nice. You can see the care in those ties!! gorgeous work Spiel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Posted April 14, 2010 Report Share Posted April 14, 2010 And in passing, here's the first muskie rod Spiel ever made for me. Built on a 7'7" Loomis blank. The workmanship is supurb. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Daplumma Posted April 14, 2010 Report Share Posted April 14, 2010 Roy..having trouble seeing any of your pics today.I can vouch for the Speil rods.Made me a nice Musky rad a couple years ago.Made one for my brother also. Joe Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rattletrap2 Posted April 14, 2010 Report Share Posted April 14, 2010 It's hard to believe that such fine workmanship comes from such a simple looking fellow! LOL Just Kidding Chris, that is some real nice work. Some day, I would love to have at least one special Bass rod made by you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
perchslayer666 Posted April 14, 2010 Report Share Posted April 14, 2010 Freakin Sweet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cudz Posted April 14, 2010 Report Share Posted April 14, 2010 Very nice. When I grow up and get some $ I will get one or two of those. On a side note. My newer spinning rods have got a different kind of hook keeper near the handle that can be used with drop shot setups. They hold the weight there. I really find that very useful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiel Posted April 14, 2010 Report Share Posted April 14, 2010 Thanks guys, much appreciated. I'm pleased that you're happy with them Mike, I too will be waiting for a report on how they perform. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fish Farmer Posted April 14, 2010 Report Share Posted April 14, 2010 Where is mine????? You showed me Roys the other day, he's got 4 of yours all ready. He's not going to miss that one. I'll give you cash $15.00 under the table. Just don't tell Roy. He won't mind. Roy, you lucky guy, nice stick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dannyboy Posted April 14, 2010 Report Share Posted April 14, 2010 Not only does he build rods he fixes them also, Chris recently replaced a cracked guide on my fly rod and matched everything perfectly - sign of a true craftsman, great guy to visit also. Dan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiel Posted April 14, 2010 Report Share Posted April 14, 2010 (Sunday afternoon good to pick up the float rod I just dropped off? ) Sunday, how bout tomorrow, it's done. Not only does he build rods he fixes them also, Chris recently replaced a cracked guide on my fly rod and matched everything perfectly - sign of a true craftsman, great guy to visit also. Dan Than you kindly Dan, I'm glad your happy with the repair. Drop by anytime. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted April 14, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 14, 2010 Sunday, how bout tomorrow, it's done. I just dropped it off YESTERDAY! That's amazing THANK YOU. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ron Posted April 15, 2010 Report Share Posted April 15, 2010 I just dropped it off YESTERDAY! That's amazing THANK YOU. You'd be amased on what this guy can do with bailer twine and crazy glue! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spiel Posted April 15, 2010 Report Share Posted April 15, 2010 Where is mine????? You showed me Roys the other day, he's got 4 of yours all ready. He's not going to miss that one. I'll give you cash $15.00 under the table. Just don't tell Roy. He won't mind. Roy, you lucky guy, nice stick I can do that Fish Farmer, you'll just have to work out the balance owing with Roy....at Lakair! No excuses. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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